Fishing

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• Fish Connecticut

  Fishing information for the State of Connecticut! Whether you are a novice or veteran angler you will find useful content here.

• Saltwater Fishing

  With over 100 species of fish found in Long Island Sound, anglers can enjoy some of the very best striped bass, bluefish, summer flounder, scup, hickory shad, black sea bass and tautog fishing along the entire coast. The State of Connecticut offers anglers many fishing opportunities with excellent boat launches along the coast and great shore fishing locations at coastal state and city parks, and convenient party and charter boat fishing. Fishing is Family Fun!

• Guide Services

  List of registered fishing guides in Connecticut.

• CT MRIP Marine Angler Survey

  During the fishing season, DEEP Fisheries staff conduct in-person interviews with anglers returning to marinas, boat ramps, beaches, fishing piers, and other publicly accessible fishing sites.

• Tide Table

  Information about Long Island Sound tides and currents.

• Trophy Fish Award Program

  Trophy Fish Award Program

• Aquatic Invasive Species

  An increasing number of damaging aquatic species are invading the waters of Connecticut.

• Bait Species, Crab, Lobster, Shellfish Regulations

  Information on regulations for bait species, crab, lobster, and shellfish.

• Fish with CARE Coach Certification

  Become a member of the Fish with CARE Coaching Team.

• Commissioner Declarations

  Read the Commissioner's Declarations that influence fisheries regulations.

• CT Fishin' Tips

  Subscribe to our monthly newsletter that has all the info you need to get out fishing!

• About Connecticut's Fishing Licenses

  Helpful information about fishing licenses

• Where to Fish

  Information to help you start your Connecticut fishing adventure, including where to fish, what fish you are likely to find there, and more to keep you safe and successful on the water.

• Learn to Fish

  The Connecticut Aquatic Resources Education (CARE) program offers FREE introductory fishing classes, advanced classes, and much more.

• Licenses and Permits

  Official Listing of Fisheries Licenses, Permits and Related Products for the State of Connecticut with links to buy.